Amen Corner
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Refers to a group of people who wholeheartedly and enthusiastically agree with a speaker or a particular viewpoint, often without critical thought.
"The politician's speech was met with loud cheers from his amen corner."
Pronunciation:/eɪˈmɛn ˈkɔːrnər/
Origin:The term draws a parallel to a church congregation where people say 'amen' in unison to agree with prayers. In slang, it's extended to any situation involving strong, collective agreement.
Part of Speech:Noun Phrase
Synonyms:Yes-men, Sycophants, Supporters
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Popularized by:Used humorously or critically to describe sycophants or a group of people showing blind support.